Graduate Nurse Orthopedics

Orthopedics (7300/7400) 23 bed unit is a care center that utilizes state-of-the-art techniques in limb salvage, minimally invasive options for injuries, advanced surgical repair to correct complex deformities, and highly specialized surgical intervention for trauma. Full time; Night shift up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus eligible The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care after completing a nursing program and before licensure. Will be required to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited school of nursing to remain employed in a HSO in the state of Missouri. Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs. Develops and implements individual plans of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Evaluates patient's response and modifies plan of care accordingly throughout the patient's stay. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing Experience ~ No Experience No Experience Bachelor's Degree - Nursing Benefits and Legal Statement At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. ~ Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date ~ Disability insurance* paid for by BJC ~ Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution ~Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts ~ Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time ~ Adoption assistance